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Monday May 17, 2010

From The Hollywood Reporter:

Scorsese elaborates on George Harrison doc
Film is an exploration of the Beatle's journey as an artist



From The Hollywood Reporter:

Festival de Cannes Presales Picking Op
Sierra shows 'Money'; TMG, Medusa have 'Passengers'


This is great news for indie producers.  Check out these quotes, particularly the last:

" . . . The agreement is another sign that the international releasing arms of the majors are upping their game with more aggressive acquisitions.

. . . Filling slates as the studios scale back on output is a major driver for the international distributors looking to fill release schedules in a well running dry.

. . . 'There are something like 10 solid commercial titles [here] with name directors and financing in place," said SquareOne president Al Munteanu. "It's a clear sign that the indie market is recovering.' "




Tuesday May 4, 2010

From The Hollywood Reporter:

Theaters paid to play more trailers
Question is whether the increase affects moviegoers' mood


Trailers do serve an important function, but beyond five or so they can become tedious.  Coupled with commercials, in my opinion too many trailers degrade the theater experience, and make patrons think twice about buying a pair of tickets the next time.  -- ST



Thursday April 29, 2010

From Thompson Communications:

Academy Award Winner Cliff Robertson Comments on TCM Broadcast of PT 109



From The Hollywood Reporter:

'Chicago' creative team sues Miramax for profits

Those who know me know how I feel about this story! -- ST



Wednesday April 21, 2010

From The Hollywood Reporter:

Tribeca fest looks to shake up indie distribution
Event testing waters on online streaming video, VOD

Another great opportunity for indy filmmakers.  -- ST


Thursday April 15, 2010

From The Hollywood Reporter:

Weinsteins to take back Miramax

I would love to see the Weinsteins take Miramax back.  I think it would be great for the industry in a number of ways.  -- ST

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

From The Hollywood Reporter:

Summit picks up 'Puzzle Palace'
'Twilight' producer on board for Guggenheim's teen thriller




Monday, February 1, 2010

From The New York Times:

Disney Is Said to Be Seeking a Buyer for Its Beleaguered Miramax Unit


Friday, January 22, 2010

From The Hollywood Reporter:

Vantage Gets Head Start at Sundance
Picks up Davis Guggenheim doc about public school crisis
 


Redford: Sundance Going Back to its Roots

Founder says festival had been 'sliding' in recent years

"What's alive and well are new ideas," Redford said. "With fresh new voices from all over the world, independent film will always survive. It's always been hard. Independent film has always been a bit of a battleground."

 

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

From Thompson Communications:

G. Anthony Joseph's high tension, award winning thriller "Contract Killers" airing on Starz, The Movie Channel, and Showtime Extreme


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Thursday, November 5, 2009

From Thompson Communications:

Carlos Fink's "ePLANET Rainforest Quest / Central America" screening soon at schools featured in the film.

Tony Schweikle's "Barbarossa and the Towers of Italy" Screening in the Levante Film Festival, Friday, November 13


Monday, November 2, 2009


From Thompson Communications:

Olga Sapozhnikova's "Hidden Beauty" screening in
Festival du Monde Arabe, Montreal